President Buzek on shootings in Bratislava

The President of the European Parliament Jerzy Buzek made the following statement following the tragic shootings in Bratislava on Monday morning. "I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn about the appalling shooting in Bratislava earlier today."

President Jerzy Buzek condemns the harsh reaction of Russian security forces against peaceful demonstrators in Moscow today

"The disproportionate reaction of the Russian police and special forces against the democratic fundamental right of freedom of assembly is worrying. I call on the Russian authorities to immediately release all detained peaceful demonstrators."

Buzek on the resumption of direct negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians

"We welcome the resumption of direct negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians to resolve the final status issues. While we condemn to the utmost the deadly attack that killed four Israelis in the West Bank, we are encouraged by the declared determination of the parties not to allow any acts of violence to derail the hope of a negotiated peace between the two peoples."

Message from Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament on the occasion of Rosh Hashana, Jewish New Year - the year 5771

On the occasion of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, I would like to send my heartfelt best wishes to Jewish communities across the European Union.

President Jerzy Buzek on the European Day of Remembrance for victims of Stalinism and Nazism

On the occasion of the second anniversary of the European Day of Remembrance for victims of Stalinism and Nazism, the President of the European Parliament Jerzy Buzek gave the following remarks: "Today we pay tribute to the victims of the crimes of Stalinism and Nazism. They were victims of mass deportations and exterminations. We never forget them. To forget the past is to abandon our soul."

Visit of the new Polish President Bronisław Komorowski

Tomorrow 1 September 2010, in the European Parliament in Brussels, EP President Jerzy Buzek will greet the newly elected President of Poland Bronisław Komorowski.

Buzek to participate to the meeting of G8 Speakers and Official Visit to Canada - 10-13 September 2010

"Consultation between parliaments can ultimately lead to more effective and consistent legislation, sharing of best practices and definition of priorities."

President Buzek on the announcement of the suspension of the death sentence in Iran of Sakineh Mohammadi-Ashtiani

"On the day the European Parliament unanimously adopted a resolution strongly condemning the death sentence on Iranian Sakineh Mohammadi-Ashtiani, I cautiously welcome the news of the suspension. This development would appear to be a step in a positive direction. We will remain vigilant and want to have an open and full dialogue with Iran about human rights."

President Jerzy Buzek on the murder of Angelo Vassallo, Mayor of Pollica, Italy

The President of the European Parliament Jerzy Buzek paid tribute to the memory of Angelo Vassallo, Mayor of Pollica, today (9 September) during the plenary session in Strasbourg.

Buzek on the death of Francesco Cossiga, former President of Italy

The President of the European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek, sends his condolences to the Italian people and the family and friends of Francesco Cossiga, President Emeritus of the Italian Republic.

70th Anniversary of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact

"What happened seventy years ago, that large states talked among themselves about the fate of small nations, has been made impossible by the European Union."

Inaugural address by Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament

'I stand before you today as the 13th President of the directly elected European Parliament. As many of you have said, my election is also symbolic - symbolic of the dream of a united continent held by the citizens in our part of Europe, a dream that has now been fulfilled.'

Key points from speech by President Jerzy Buzek at the Latvian Saeima

Latvia is one of the first countries I have officially visited since taking office in the European Parliament. I have made a point to go to the Baltic States to show EU solidarity with EU member states worst affected by the global economic crisis.

Speech by President Jerzy Buzek at special commemorative event in the European Parliament for the victims of the crash of plane of Polish President near Smolensk

I would like to thank you! I would like to thank all of you, thank you colleagues from the European Parliament, thank you colleagues from the European Commission, thank you colleagues from the Council of European Union, thank you colleagues from the Polish Parliament, Thank you colleagues from the outside of Europe, thank you for coming here.

Speech by Professor Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament Pécs 2010 European Capital of Culture

I am delighted to be able to open this exhibit in the European Parliament which celebrates Pécs as one of Europe's Capitals of Culture.

Opening address to the formal sitting of the European Parliament celebrating the 20th anniversary of democratic change in Central and Eastern Europe

"Let us not forget that communism was overthrown by ordinary people: Workers, academics writers; millions of people behind the Iron Curtain who never gave in to oppression. Their only weapons against the tanks were a strong heart and great determination."

Speech by Professor Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament: "The 25th Anniversary of Spain's Accession to the EU"

Today we are celebrating a great anniversary. Twenty five years ago Portugal and Spain decided to join us in building the European Union. You came as partners, bringing with you your relationship to Latin America and your strong ties across the Mediterranean, opening Europe to new possibilities, and helping to create peace and stability in our neighbourhood.

Speech by Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament, at the ceremony awarding the 2009 Sakharov Prize to Memorial

There are days when I am particularly proud to sit in the chair of the European Parliament as President. Today is such a day. Today we are honouring the winners of the 2009 Sakharov Prize, the prize for freedom of thought.

Speech by Professor Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament: "The 25th Anniversary of Portugal's Accession to the EU

Today we are celebrating a great anniversary. Twenty five years ago Portugal and Spain decided to join us in building the European Union. You came as partners, bringing with you your relationship to Brazil, to Africa, and the wider Lusophone Community, opening Europe more to the external world.

Speech by Jerzy Buzek at the Institute of International and European Affairs: "The Lisbon Treaty, Ireland and the Future of the EU"